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IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAll my wedding pictures have the wrong date!!! plz help

this will not be a big deal the marriage certificate is the most important just explain it. The immigration officials are humans always remember that 


JPattonMaleGuyana2013-08-16 01:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNEWLY MARRIED to an American -- WHAT TO DO FIRST?? WHAT VISA TO GET??

CR1/IR1 


 CR1/IR1


JPattonMaleGuyana2013-08-29 23:32:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresam I ready to go?

You are more then ready to go, you are on your way!


JPattonMaleGuyana2014-04-09 00:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLack of Photographs as Proof of Relationship

you better start snapping bona fide evidence is very important that includes pictures. 


JPattonMaleGuyana2014-03-16 06:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI129F Possible Mistake Awaiting Possible RFE!!!!!!!!!

I just got an RFE two nights ago. I was so surprised because I sent in alot of information. I read that if you were married before you need to send a copy of a divorce decree which I didnt. I sent in a summary paper of my divorce proceedings but I have a strong feeling that they need more evidence that I am divorce from my previous wedding. When I get the RFE in the mail I will finally know. I am sure its that but we will see...

 


JPattonMaleGuyana2014-03-23 16:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures3 years for a fiance visa?

It does not take 3 years that sounds more like a wait time for a green card holder. 9 months to a year. And by the way you dont need a lawyer to bring your fiance up. Its not that difficult. The fiance visa was not meant to take that long. 


Edited by JPatton, 08 April 2014 - 11:11 PM.

JPattonMaleGuyana2014-04-08 23:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresk1 visa interview scare

Keep a record of everything of your relationship and make copies. I cant see your timeline so I don't know who is the one coming you or your fiance. Another good tip is to ignore alot of people who don't know nothing about the process and how hard and stressful this process can be. Its always best to get advice from like minded people. 


JPattonMaleGuyana2014-06-28 13:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 fiance visa.....petitioner died

its very sad for your loss, i think your visa is no more exist because according to rule you must have to get married within 90 days when you reach u.s, but unfortunately your fiance is no more so you can not enter into the u.s.

if your in laws didn't provide information of her/his death to homeland security then this may be risk full chance for you to enter in to u.s 


salikzNot TellingPakistan2013-05-29 20:56:00
CaribbeanJust starting proccess having difficulty

Good evening, I am a U.S. Citizen living in Sarasota Florida. In August I went to the Dominican Republic on vacation. After 6 days of my two week tour of the country I met a beautiful young lady and was immediately attracted. We fell in love during the 2nd week of my vacation and she cried when I had to leave. I told her we could keep in touch and I bought her a cell phone so she could call and text me.

After talking on the phone and sending text we decided to get engaged.

I sent her money so she could get her Dominican Passport while I work on the K-1 visa. She said she had to go and get a medical examination and obtain a certificate of good conduct from the Departamento de Policia.

Here is the problem. Today she texted me that she was standing in line at the Passport Office in Puerto Plata. After waiting several hours she said that they told her I had to be there with her in order for them to give the passport to her.

I have never heard of such a thing in my life. As far as I knew as long as she met the requirements and paid the fee she should be able to get a passport. A citizen of the Dominican Republic should be able to get a Dominican Passport without the presence of an American Citizen. Am I wrong about assuming this?

This doesn't make any since to me. I plan on going back down in December anyway but I just wanted her to have this done before I Mailed in the I-129F. I am beginning to have doubts that she knows what she is doing or they are informing her incorrectly. Maybe she went to the wrong office or is confusing the Visa with the passport. I really don't know.

Thank you to anyone who can give me any information on assisting my sweetheart on getting her passport.

 

Im sorry dont want to put a damper on your parade, but BEWARE!!! Take your time get to know her well because I have seen people be taken for fools all the time in DR and your sending her money and buying her things be extra careful. I am bringing my fiance, but it took me 4yrs to really believe his intention and had he mentioned a visa in the first year we would not be doing this process today. It also helped that I went to live there for a yr with him. The fact that she knew things needed for the interview sounds like she did some research... love can happen at first sight but just test it to make sure its the real thing. Wish you the best. 


Alex&IrisFemaleDominican Republic2013-10-08 16:57:00
CaribbeanDon't bother... going to beneficiaries medical exam
You should come prepared to pay max of $350 usd, my fiance paid $320 cause he needed 2 vaccines. Visit there website consultoriodevisa.com

how much did you pay i heard the medical exams prices were reduced is this true?




Alex&IrisFemaleDominican Republic2014-01-20 01:41:00
CaribbeanDon't bother... going to beneficiaries medical exam
Yeah I made the best of it but I wish I would have known cause I would have stayed in the hotel.


That's a long time to be alone regardless of how good the area is. Time clicks slowly when you're alone. My fiancé was only there for 2 hours but we were at the embassy for 6!!





Alex&IrisFemaleDominican Republic2014-01-20 01:38:00
CaribbeanDon't bother... going to beneficiaries medical exam
So yesterday my fiance tells me to go with him to Santo Domingo to have his medical done, he doesn't like leaving me alone here and at the same token I wanted to be there supporting him. We wake up at 4am and take the bus to the capital we get there at about 8:30am as we approch the building the policeman at the door asks if we have appointment letter we say yes, he asked if we both needed medical exam; I stated no that it was only my fiance. He told him to get in line and he told me I was to wait either across the street or in the corner on the right side of the building. I was so scared to be by myself on the streets of Santo Domingo and even worse I waited over six hours... my suggestion is don't go!
Alex&IrisFemaleDominican Republic2014-01-19 01:25:00
USCIS Service CentersHow is this determined and Is there anything I can do???

Okay so as I am looking at other peoples timeline I notice there are lots of people who have gotten there NOA2 already and they have filed way after me... How does that happen??? Is it because of the country??? I haven't received any status changes after the following:

 

On March 29, 2013, your Alien Registration Number was changed relating to your I129F, PETITION FOR FIANCE(E).

 

 

Is there something that can be done???


Alex&IrisFemaleDominican Republic2013-07-27 01:52:00
USCIS Service CentersExpedite request

I requested expedite on July 1st for military reasons...and I still haven't heard anything. The tier 2 that I talked to on Tuesday said it can take 2 weeks to reply and that I should call back on the 16th if I haven't heard anything. I am very doubtful that I will hear anything as 95% of the people at USCIS are incompetent. The tier 2 was also so very nice to me on the phone (sarcasm).


Yeah they are mean... The one I spoke to told me to fax it... Did u do the same?

Alex&IrisFemaleDominican Republic2013-08-07 03:48:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussiondoes anyone know when the interview list in SDO is updated ?

Gotcha!!! You got me all nervous lol.

 

But like I said if you search for 11/26/2013 there are 28 appointments scheduled and if you search for 12/30/2013 there are only 8... I will remain hopeful that with the next update (by next week) and god willing, my fiances interview date will be on that list..

 

A girl can only dream

 

Espero k nos adjuntemos toa pa alla... lol... Nov or December... NAVIDAD EN DR... IM DOWN...LOLkicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif


Alex&IrisFemaleDominican Republic2013-10-10 21:35:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussiondoes anyone know when the interview list in SDO is updated ?

 

The list on the website is the final list for this year.

 

It is not the final list... list update every month towards end of the month... stated on there website as follows: "Click on one of the links below. If you do not find your case now, please check back after we have posted the next month's appointments."


Alex&IrisFemaleDominican Republic2013-10-10 21:29:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)March Interviews 2014

Hi guys i have question do i need to file as a single or married for 2013 since my spouse is not in usa. i have already filed as single and my spouse need 2 show my tax returns for 2013 and i have filed as single. i hope i m on right track please help me out thanks in advcne


sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-03-22 21:59:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - March 2014

Hi can anybody tell me when i can expect visa interview for f2a category.I got confirmation mail on march 12 case got completed on phone on march 10th 2014. Mine interview needs 2 b scheduled in new delhi India. I will really appreciate if you can share ur experience thanks in advance


Hi can anybody tell me when i can expect visa interview for f2a category.I got confirmation mail on march 12 case got completed on phone on march 10th 2014. Mine interview needs 2 b scheduled in new delhi India. I will really appreciate if you can share ur experience thanks in advance


sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-03-12 17:14:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - March 2014

Does anyone have experience with how long it takes for them to look at a checklist? I -know- thing are going much slower now due to backlog, but I would hope checklists would be easier for them to look at.

Hi it tuk precisely 15 working days 4 me 2 get response for my checklist


sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-03-11 18:09:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - March 2014

Hi Saylin,

I have a question.MY PD for f2a category is June 12th 2013.Got approved on NOV 7th 2013. NVC received case on dec 30st 2013.I did all formalities which are needed to finish your case.But i got a checklist on feb 14 2014 that my I864 EZ form i didn't put N/A on secondary address and they need a prove of domicile. I sent them what did they ask.On feb 21st 2013 they put it into system.and when i called them today on march 10th 2014. they still saying it will take 30 working days.what do you reckon when i can accept some kind of response from them as i am to scared from retrogression. any idea thanks in advance.I appreciate u for the work you are are doing.God Bless u 


sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-03-10 15:47:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsJune 2014 Interviews

 

Hi,

 

I have the copy of Affidavit of support and other finance stuff that my husband submitted to the NVC. But I want to confirm about the original of W2 and tax returns. For these I just have the copy. Will it work?

 

Thanks

Copy will work too but 100% b sure to take your W2 and updated tax returns for 2013. They will ask it and if something is missing they will give 221G as per told by my wife. She said so many folks were getting 221G for missing documents specially these 2.Gud luck


sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-06-02 08:03:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsJune 2014 Interviews

Hi

 

At the time of the interview, do I need to have the original tax returns and financial support documents filed by my husband with me?

 

Thanks

Yes amanpreet kaur my wife had her interview on May 19th 2014 at new delhi consulate they did ask 4 2013 tax returns & W2 make sure to take along with u. Otherwise they gonna give 221G. So take W2 too and returns for 2013.Gud luck


sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-06-02 06:37:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril 2014 Interviews

Got my P4 letter 2day at 5:19Pm EST :joy:  :joy:  :joy:  :joy:  :joy:


sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-04-03 16:42:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril 2014 Interviews
Special thanks to dwheels I m out of words how shud I appreciate u..I can only say god bless u with healthy and happy life.
sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-04-02 19:17:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril 2014 Interviews

I got my interview for MAy 19th CC on March 10th.for New Delhi. Just call NVC dont wait 4 email. Thanks dwheels god bless u for amicable work which u r doing 4 every1


sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-04-02 15:51:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril 2014 Interviews

Okay I am updating the new spreadsheet now that I am hop,e I will be posting the new thread later and the link to the thread so when you get interviews you just add. You guys are lucky I will do all the work for you.
 
Now to get added the last year and a half. Yikes. Okay work to do.
 
And remember NVC is open until midnight EDT that's 3 hrs and 10 minutes you have left




U Thanks u r getting everyone precious blessing too. God bless u dewheels
sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-03-31 20:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril 2014 Interviews
Travel.state.gov

Where does it say no movement for next few months?

Is that just for India?


No its not for India only.u look down on Feb 2014 visa bulletin go down and u can c no movement for f2a category
sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-03-31 18:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril 2014 Interviews
Hi dwheels I just don't want 2 b negative please pardon me if someone doesn't like my question I hope I m wrong does delay in interview dates is not retrogression for us in month of may. But official websites says no movement for next few months.please guide us I hope I m wrong
sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-03-31 18:00:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril 2014 Interviews
Thanks dwheels I don't have words to express my gratitude towards u. What a good job u r doing for everyone.god bless u I really want to appreciate u from core of my heart
sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-03-31 17:05:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril 2014 Interviews
Congrats here cum gud news
sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-03-31 13:04:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril 2014 Interviews
Hi justgotlucky first of all thanks a lot.I really appreciate for your help. Meanwhile I also Got married last year in may 2013 but to make sure I will call nvc on Monday gud bless u
sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-03-23 21:00:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril 2014 Interviews
Thanks soccer fan but everyone is telling me there will b no problem even if u file single since your wife doesn't have SSN I hope co doesn't have any problem but thanks a lot I really appreciate for your help
sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-03-23 16:00:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril 2014 Interviews

 

One of the cool things when you file MFS or MFJ when you order your tax transcripts they come in both your names so it looks cool

 

Sukhi4498 and Sukhi Happycouple

Thanks dwheels76 but i have already filed as single. what should b i doing now. call IRS and tell them abt this or leave as it is as per told b others and when my wife cums here then i can do. i dont want her getting hard time during interview as she will b showing my 2013 returns.


sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-03-23 15:13:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril 2014 Interviews

I used TaxAct and filed with MFS status. It has a free federal EFile option.

Yes i filed it as single and i used turbo tax


sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-03-23 13:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril 2014 Interviews

 

I agree on justgotlucky. This is the samething I wanted to tell suki4498, you can amend tax once your spouse is in US after they get SSN. Though Saylin or other expert may argue that is not right, (I'm not a expert) but I still stand on this.

 

If CO ask just simply explain that you are planning to amend tax return to MFJ after you get SSN. I confirmed this with my CPA also who does my corporate taxes as well.

Thanks casper212

i really appreciate for your help.I hope we r fine as i have already filed my taxes for 2013 as single. Do you think i should call IRS and tell this thing to them. May b they can give me some kind of written confirmation like it is okay 2 file tax as single even if m married and once my wife will b here i can always amend my return, just 2 b on safer side. what do think? thanks again


sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-03-23 12:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril 2014 Interviews

Hey

just file as single...if the embassy people ask then tell them that u cannot file married bcoz u dont have SSN for ur wife..... i dont think it will a problem bcoz she dont have a SSN no.....so u should be fine....

Hi Dhruvp77

thanks a lot for your help. God bless u. I have already filed my taxes as single since NVC asked me 2 bring 2013 returns for interview. But have u heard abt w7 form of tax return. it gives your spouse a temporary SSN but for that u have 2 wait 6-8 weeks. that will b 2 long.So i hope everything will b fine for my wife during her interview. MEanwhile since her interview will b in May. can i get something from your knowledge from IRS in written so that in any case if CO ask my wife abt this she can show that confirmation from IRS reagrding me married but filing single. Thanks again. i appreciate your help


sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-03-23 12:53:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril 2014 Interviews

 

Not to argue the point but me and Saylin and many others are of the same accord because we report what we have witnessed all these years on this website. And people have been denied even filing single and it was an issue. And its all over. It could be just that CO and the other evidence also made them feel that way. But it has been a big sticking point for some CO's why a person would file single when they married.

 

As i said before long as the beneficiary can explain why if it comes up (and more than likely it won;t be a big deal) that is okay. The CO's mostly want to make sure the #'s meet the guideline. But as we have read many times CO's pick and choose what they like and don't like and there is no guideline for them to follow. So its better to go what is legal and yes its illegal to file single when you are married.

Thanks dwheels76. i dont have words 2 express my sincere thanks 2 u. god bless u. Since my case is f2a and i m scared of retrogression so i want 2 b on safer side as other. i Still have 5-6 weeks as i m pretty sure my wife wud b getting her interview date in May. so can i call IRS and ask some thing in written from them so that my case is stronger in any case if CO ask my wife abt this thing.My embassy is New Delhi India. please guide me. God bless u and everyone who is helping me in finding correct solution 2 this.


sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-03-23 12:34:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril 2014 Interviews

NVC does not care on what tax status you filed, as long as you file the most recent year. In my case, I filed as Single and plans to amend as soon as my wife gets here and receive her SSN. The IRS allows up to 3 years to amend a tax return. I asked two different NVC operators and they both assured me that it will not be a problem. You would still need to amend it, though, when your wife gets her SSN.

 

If during the interview the CO asks why you filed Single, your wife could explain that you were unable to file as Married as wife does not have SSN and you intend to amend your tax return as soon as your wife gets here in America and receive her SSN (remember that IRS gives you 3 years to amend any return). Simple as that.

 

If this still bothers you may want to file an amended return but it will not be processed by the IRS until after April 15.

Hi First of all thanks a lot. You know since i m f2a category i dont want 2 jeopardize my case. i still have 5-6 weeks left for interview. So do u reckon if i call IRS and ask them if they can help me out in this. i will always amend my taxes once my spouse gets SSN. But i was searching online and i came 2 know that they give a temporary #. u have 2 use that. or i can get some kind of letter from IRS reagrding this thing and in any case CO asked my spouse can always show that. Please advice me. i will really appreciate it


sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-03-23 12:29:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril 2014 Interviews

Till wat i know u should say married but does ur wife have SSN no... if not then u cannot file a joint tax thus u may have to file as a individual....you should file as married even though ur wife dont have the SSN no....but definitely i will check with some agent to make sure... 

Thanks dhruvp77. I m so sacred as i have read on visa journey that u shud b filing w7 form they give u some kind of temporary # for your spouse and then u have to file jointly. please b sure as i dont want 2 jeopardize my case. I really appreciate for ur help if you can guide me through as i have already filled my taxes as single.god bless u thanks again 


sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-03-23 12:20:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril 2014 Interviews

I think it's best to have more papers/documents ready during the interview to be sure..So for me, I just prepared an updated I-864 with info of my 2013 tax return and included my 2013 tax transcript just in case they ask and before that, I already made a copy of the AOS package too that I sent to NVC few months ago.

hey buddy

did u filed single or married on your tax return for 2013. please help me out. Thanks


sukhi4498Not TellingIndia2014-03-23 06:16:00